Overview of Independent Living in Maryland

The state of Maryland falls in the middle of the country’s Northeast, Southern, and Midwestern regions, and its culture combines elements of them all. This is part of why Maryland earned the nickname “America in Miniature.” With the Appalachian Mountains passing through the far western part of the state, and the Chesapeake Bay and Atlantic coastlines in the east, Maryland’s geographical features give residents plenty of opportunities for outdoor activities — even in a small state. Annapolis and Baltimore are also home to many historic Colonial sites, and Washington, D.C. sits on Maryland’s southern border. Maryland is a transition state in several ways, which helps make it an attractive retirement destination.Currently, A Place for Mom partners with more than 100 independent living communities in Maryland.

The median monthly cost of independent living in Maryland is about $3,600.

Top-rated Independent Living facilities in Maryland

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Regency Crest

3305 Oak West Drive, Ellicott City, MD 21043

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We really enjoy living at the Regency. The office manager, and staff are wonderful and caring. They have activities and they're well attended. The maintenance staff is very prompt with any apartment issues....

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The Skybridge at Town Center

360 Sky Bridge Dr, Largo, MD 20774

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What we like the most about the community is their attentive medical/nursing team, the friendly atmosphere and the multiple social spaces in the facility such as a cafe, theater, living room spaces with...

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Candle Light Cove

106 W Earle Ave, Easton, MD 21601

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20 reviews

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I find the staff to be accommodating and compassionate. Mom would say the room could be larger, the food could be better, and activities could be better. But she would say that about ANY facility. I think...

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Top-rated Independent Living facilities in Columbia

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Lorien Harmony Hall

6336 Cedar Lane, Columbia, MD 21044

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The food choices could be improved one but I would recommend this community to other families based on the experience so far.

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Sunrise of Columbia

6500 Freetown Road, Columbia, MD 21044

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What we like the most about the community is the staff, they were responsive and easy to work with. Yes, we would recommend Sunrise of Columbia to other families.

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Brighton Gardens of Columbia

7110 Minstrel Way, Columbia, MD 21045

Anonymous - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

The staff is very attentive and patient. They have helped my grandmother tremendously and I can tell she is physically healthier by being there.

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Top-rated Independent Living facilities in Baltimore

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Symphony Manor

4301 Roland Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21210

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Covid and Mom's need for more care dictated a cross country move from Maryland to stay with my husband and me in California. After several years and her longing for home, my brother in Texas and I decided...

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Heritage and Resorts of Augsburg

6825 Campfield Road, Baltimore, MD 21207

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What we like the most about the community is the staff! Apartment was clean upon arrival. [name removed] can maneuver throughout the apartment with his wheelchair. Residents are friendly. Food is tasty.

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Charter Senior Living Towson

6451 N Charles St, Towson, MD 21212

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The staff are kind and the memory care director is wonderful. They are very patient and understanding with the residents and family members. The facility is being renovated and will look great when finished.

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Top-rated Independent Living facilities in Silver Spring

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Sunrise of Chevy Chase

2201 Colston Drive, Silver Spring, MD 20910

Anonymous - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

Sunrise of Chevy Chase has met my mom's growing needs. The staff is very kind and attentive. The administration is also very accessible and flexible to meet the needs of their clients.

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Regency Crest

3305 Oak West Drive, Ellicott City, MD 21043

Anonymous - I'm a current/former resident or client

We really enjoy living at the Regency. The office manager, and staff are wonderful and caring. They have activities and they're well attended. The maintenance staff is very prompt with any apartment issues....

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The Skybridge at Town Center

360 Sky Bridge Dr, Largo, MD 20774

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What we like the most about the community is their attentive medical/nursing team, the friendly atmosphere and the multiple social spaces in the facility such as a cafe, theater, living room spaces with...

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Top-rated Independent Living facilities in Rockville

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Sunrise of Rockville

8 Baltimore Road, Rockville, MD 20850

Anonymous - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

I had a unique experience in that I chose this facility for my mother however, the week before she was to move in, she had to go to the hospital and unfortunately she never was able to live there. The sales...

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The Terraces at Tuckerman Lane

5550 Tuckerman Ln, North Bethesda, MD 20852

Xiao-Feng - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

The place was recently renovated so that was nice. The food could be really improved for more nutrition and softer texture for easier consumption for the elderly

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Landow House

1799 East Jefferson, Rockville, MD 20852

Miriam B - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

We love it. This is the 4th place my Mom has been to and it's the best!! The facility is clean and doesn't smell of urine, etc. The staff is warm, friendly, readily available and responsive. The activities...

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Top cities in Maryland for independent living

8.8

Annapolis, MD

17 facilities

8.6

Rockville, MD

65 facilities

8.5

Bethesda, MD

96 facilities

8.4

Silver Spring, MD

85 facilities

7.5

Columbia, MD

45 facilities

7.2

Baltimore, MD

85 facilities

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Cambridge, MD

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Fairwood, MD

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Gaithersburg, MD

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Hagerstown, MD

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Indian Head, MD

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Kensington, MD

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La Plata, MD

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Manchester, MD

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National Harbor, MD

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Oakland, MD

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Perryville, MD

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Queenstown, MD

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Salisbury, MD

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Takoma Park, MD

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Union Bridge, MD

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Walkersville, MD

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